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Empty nesters are sad when their kids leave—and even more distressed when they return home.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Greenfield, Beth 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the challenges and adjustments faced by parents when their adult children move back home after college. It highlights the experiences of several mothers who navigate the complexities of cohabitation, including shifts in parenting dynamics, communication issues, and the need for setting new boundaries. According to a Pew Research survey, about 57% of young adults aged 18 to 24 live with their parents, a trend that has increased since 1993. Experts suggest that open communication about expectations and reframing the parent-child relationship can help ease the transition, while also acknowledging that this living arrangement can foster closer relationships despite its challenges. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Psychology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:178816276
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